Where are my snackers at? Let me be more specific – where are my snackers who like said snacks to be gluten free, packed with good-for-you-ingredients, AND taste like cookie dough? That’s what I thought. Today I’ve got the snack recipe to end all snack recipes — No-Bake Cranberry Chocolate Almond Energy Bites. These energizing, protein-packed bites are made in one bowl with pantry staples and are even freezer friendly. Did I mention they taste like cookie dough?
Filling Combo of Protein, Carbs, Fat and Fiber
Oat-based, naturally sweetened, and full of protein and fiber, these no bake energy bites provide a boost of energy whenever you need it. I regularly make a Chocolate Peanut Butter version (which is in my ebook!) to eat when 2pm hits and I need a little something to power me through the afternoon, but my oldest actually inspired the combination for these particular snack bites. At some point a few months ago my husband gave him dried cranberries and now he requests them constantly. Instead of giving him a small handful though, I stared to mix them with almond slices (or almond “chips” as I call them – seems to go over better!) to balance the sugar with protein and good fat. Wanting to create an even more balanced snack, I added whole grains, chia seeds, and peanut butter for extra protein, and No-Bake Cranberry Chocolate Almond Energy Bites were born. They are awesome!! All my kids and I devour them and I love that they’re more substantial then a bowl of crackers or something for snack time. These no-bake bites also have just the right amount of sweet and completely satisfy when I’m craving something on the decadent side, too. That said, be sure to use dark chocolate chips vs milk or even semi-sweet to avoid tipping them into the dessert category. Snack time, pre-workout time, anytime is a good time to have a No-Bake Cranberry Chocolate Almond Energy Bite. I bet you have nearly all the ingredients on hand so let’s get to it!
How to Make No Bake Energy Bites
This recipe blissfully falls into the “add everything into a bowl and stir” category. Woo! That said, to a large bowl add:
Certified gluten-free old fashioned oats Almond flour Peanut butter Dried cranberries Dark chocolate chips Sliced almonds Chia seeds Honey Vanilla extract Pinch of salt
Mix everything together with a fork then, if the mixture sticks to your hands when you try and roll it, incorporate 1-2 additional Tablespoons almond flour until the mixture is no longer sticky.
Last step is to scoop out 2 Tablespoons worth of the mixture (I use a cookie scoop) then roll into balls and refrigerate until set (or let’s be real – devour 5 immediately.) These No-Bake Cranberry Chocolate Almond Energy Bites will stay nice and chewy in the fridge for 4-5 days, or you can pop them into the freezer to have on hand whenever you need a boost. I hope you love these perfectly delicious, no-bake gluten-free snacks as much as we do – enjoy!
More Healthier Snack Ideas
Homemade Chewy Granola Bars Grain Free Granola Maple Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites Green Smoothie Muffins
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